“I have found a dream of beauty at which one might look all one's life and sigh.”
Quote by Isabella Bird
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A Lady's Life in the Rocky Mountains
This book offers a firsthand account of the author's life in the rugged and remote Rocky Mountains, providing insights into the challenges and triumphs of frontier living in the 19th century. more
Author
Isabella Bird
Isabella Bird, a British traveler and writer, was born on October 15, 1831, and died on October 7, 1904. She is renowned for her explorations and descriptions of the Far East, and is considered one of the most famous female travelers of the late 19th century. more
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